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Kindle Fire 2 to Feature HD Display, August Launch Eyed
After making an explosive debut last year, Kindle Fire tablet’s sales are cooling down. Amazon needs to launch a successor to the Kindle Fire tablet to hold on its shares in the tablet market. And the digital retailer is reportedly doing just that. Kindle Fire 2 is expected to debut in August with HD display and other improvements.
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Google Nexus 7 Release Date: Shipping June 12-17 in US, July 19 in UK
At the debut event of Nexus 7 tablet, Google said that the tablet will hit stores mid-July. As we enter the second week of July, the tablet has started appearing on the preorder pages of various retailer Web sites with release dates.
iPhone 5 May Debut Without NFC Mobile Payments: Why?
After Apple showed off the Passport app during the launch of iOS 6, reports poured in that Apple will also feature NFC radios in the next iPhone, dubbed iPhone 5. The tech giant is reportedly testing NFC chips on its next generation iPhone, but the new technology may not end up seeing the light of day in iPhone 5. Here's why.
Samsung Galaxy S3: Top 5 Problems with the Hottest Selling Smartphone
Packing groundbreaking hardware and software features, Samsung Galaxy S3 is selling like a hotcake. According to an estimate, preorders for Galaxy S3 have topped 10 million worldwide. The Galaxy S3 is an ultimate iPhone Killer, but it is still far away from being an absolute smartphone.
Apple to Release New iPad in October, But No New Name
The Apple blogosphere is focusing a lot on next-generation iPhone and a smaller iPad nowadays. But amidst the big waves, ripples about a refresh to third generation iPad are on a hike. Apple is expected to release a revamped version of the new iPad in October, but it will not bear a new nameplate.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Explosion Case Resolved: User Admits False Reporting
Samsung has finally resolved the much-highlighted Galaxy S3 explosion case and concluded that the damage was caused by external energy source. The Dublin-based user that reported the incident also admitted he had lied about it.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Release Date: Features Include 5.5-inch Display, Quad-core Exynos and 12-megapixel Camera
Samsung is making a new family of smartphones - phablets to be specific - with devices like the Galaxy Note. The 2012 edition of Galaxy Note will reportedly debut in August this year with larger display, faster processor and better camera.
iPhone 5 to Feature Samsung-made Exynos Quad-core Processor?
Apple and Samsung are enemies for the world, but they are friends in one sense. Samsung is one of the most important hardware suppliers for Apple. Apple’s handheld devices already pack a number of “Made by Samsung” components. And here comes the conclusion of another one – Quad-core Exynos processor – for company’s upcoming smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Hits AT&T Shelves but Stock Limited
After numerous delays, Samsung Galaxy S3 has finally arrived at AT&T stores for in-house purchases. However, it seems that the carrier is still short on shipments as some stores are reporting limited availability.
Samsung Galaxy Nexus Hitting Stores Again Next Week with Jelly Bean Update
After getting banned in U.S. and pulled from Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Nexus is hitting stores back next week. And this time, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean will come pre-loaded on the smartphone.
Google Nexus 7 Tablet: New Hack Unlocks Landscape Mode
Landing on this post, means you are familiar with the Nexus 7 tablet. Looking at any image or YouTube video of Nexus 7 tablet, you might have noticed that the homescreen is restricted to work in only one orientation – portrait mode. But the restless souls at XDA forums have found a way to unlock the other orientation and true tablet interface on the Nexus tablet.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Hits Verizon July 10, Preorders Start Rolling Out
Verizon customers who have been long waiting for Samsung Galaxy S3 to arrive have good news here. Verizon has confirmed July 10 release date for the Galaxy S3 to hit carrier’s stores. In addition, Verizon is delivering preordered Galaxy S3’s to its customers starting today.
Motorola Atrix HD headed to AT&T [Specifications]
The long-rumored Motorola Atrix 3 (aka Motorola Dinara) is now official with Motorola Atrix HD written on the official nameplate. The device is up on company's Web site and will debut in U.S. on AT&T in couple of weeks.
iPad Mini: Something Bigger than Rumors
Apple, at the moment, offers iPad in 10-inch form factor only. However, the fact might change this year as rumors and reports focusing on a 7-inch tablet from Apple are at all time high.
Samsung Galaxy S3, Galaxy S2 gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean via CustomROM
Samsung is expected to deliver the official Android 4.1 update to its latest flagship smartphone – the Galaxy S3 – in the fourth quarter of 2012. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy S2 might never receive the official Jelly Bean update, if the latest rumors are to be believed. Fortunately, restless developers at XDA have ported the Jelly Bean OS to both these smartphones via custom ROMs, making the new OS available for the two smartphones months before Samsung can do so.
HTC One V Now Available from Virgin Mobile and US Cellular
Earlier this year, HTC unveiled the lowest-end member of its One series Android smartphone, the One V, which would hit a number of outlets in U.S. this summer. It looks like that the rollout has started as Virgin Mobile and U.S. cellular are already offering the device, while outlet stores are waiting in the line to begin selling the One V smartphone in the U.S.
Google Nexus 7 tablet: Nokia Claims Patent Infringement
It has been hardly a week since Google unveiled its own tablet and clouds of patent war are already surrounding the new tablet. Surprisingly, it is not Apple that is claiming that the tablet infringes its patents.
HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE Hits Verizon July 5 for $149 [Specifications]
Verizon Wireless is not getting any HTC One series smartphone, but it will be offering HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE as an alternative for One series smartphones for $149 starting July 5.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Release Date: AT&T Supply Crisis Ends July 6
Everyone is talking about Samsung Galaxy S3 nowadays, yet no U.S. network carrier released it on time (June 21). After numerous delays, the new Android smartphone is finally hitting AT&T stores on July 6.
Euro 2012 Final Time Schedule Spain Vs Italy: When and How to Watch Live Stream Online
Euro 2012 journey is coming to an end on Sunday, as Spain and Italy meet up in the finals. Both the teams have undergone major strategic overhaul in the tournament to turn the odds into even and discover the perfect recipe to lay hands on Euro 2012 Championship Trophy.
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx Vs Samsung Galaxy Nexus: Which Verizon Smartphone to Buy?
After Google showed off Samsung Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, it regained all its awesomeness that went missing after launch of bigger Android phones like Samsung Galaxy S3 and HTC One X in the market.
Samsung Galaxy S3: AT&T Customers Still Waiting for Preorder to Arrive
Samsung Galaxy S3 has turned out to be the one smartphone that every Android lover is talking about. Packing groundbreaking hardware and software technology, the device is receiving preorders like a bonanza sales item. On the other hand, network carriers are not able to fulfill the demand for Samsung's latest flagship model resulting in increasing frustration among customers.
Google Nexus 7 Tablet Fuels iPad Mini Rumors, October Launch Eyed
With Google unveiling its Nexus 7 tablet at the annual I/O Conference on Wednesday, rumors are on a hike that Apple is also eyeing on 7-inch tablet market. Apple’s 7-inch tablet dubbed iPad Mini could release as soon as this October, if the latest reports are believed.
Smart Deal: AT&T Nokia Lumia 900 selling for $0.01 at Amazon Wireless
Amazon Wireless is always the best place to pick up smartphones at discounted prices. Earlier this month, Amazon was offering Samsung Galaxy Nexus for just $0.01. This time Nokia Lumia 900 is on fire sale at the retailer.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Battery Drain Issue: Reasons and Solution
Samsung Galaxy S3 is the one smartphone that the whole Android world is referring to as “iPhone killer”. However, the recently figured battery drain issue seems have taken out some of the awesomeness of Samsung’s latest flagship model. But there’s nothing to worry as developers have found a way to fix the issue.
Samsung Galaxy Nexus: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Now Available for HSPA+ and LTE models
At the annual I/O Conference on Wednesday, Google unveiled its newest mobile operating system dubbed Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. The OTA update will roll out for Samsung Galaxy Nexus in July. In case you do not want to wait more, folks at RootzWiki have leaked the OS for Galaxy Nexus smartphone.
Windows Phone Tango for Nokia Lumia 710, 800 Starts Rolling Out
While Lumia 900 and Lumia 610 are already shipping with Windows Phone Tango, Nokia has finally started it global update rollout for its Lumia 800 and Lumia 710 smartphones.
